Forester

Job Location: Payson, AZ or Phoenix, AZ

Salary: $21.1449–29.4960 per hour

About the Role

This position works on a team and manages the planning and implementation of forestry projects on private, state, and federal land in the assigned District. Projects include, but are not limited to, hazardous fuel reduction, forest health improvement, and watershed restoration.

Responsibilities

• Identify projects and develop planning documents for forest and other natural resource management concerns.
• Interpret planning documents and implement projects on-the-ground for forest and other natural resource management concerns.
• Lead field staff and develop work plans for project oversight and monitoring; report outcomes and recommend management actions.
• Coordinate with other forestry and fire management staff to ensure all stakeholder needs are met and concurrence is documented; draft project task orders and manage contractors and internal crews in the implementation of projects.
• Provide technical assistance to landowners, internal staff, partners, and stakeholders; conduct forest resource surveys.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of forest planning, site-specific prescription development, and the elements of a well-written plan.
• Knowledge of forest operations, including harvesting and methods used in the forest industry.
• Knowledge of Arizona forest and fuel types and state and federal environmental compliance laws and regulations.
• Skills in computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, and ArcGIS-related products.
• Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate effective communication and teamwork.
• Ability to train others in forestry-related subjects, safety practices, and protocols.
• Experience in timber marking, cruising, and stand value estimation.
• Ability to interact effectively with others to convey thoughts, ideas, and information.
• Ability to track progress against goals and make adjustments in order to achieve results.
• Ability to lead with a positive and productive attitude.
• Ability to maintain written records, prepare documents, and reports.
• Ability to drive on State business.
• A valid Arizona Driver’s License.
• Must maintain acceptable driving records and complete all required driver training if operating a vehicle on state business.
• If operating a personally owned vehicle on state business, must maintain statutorily required liability insurance.

Qualifications

Selective Preference(s):

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry or related natural resource program.
• 2+ years of experience developing forest planning documents and managing forestry operations.

Benefits

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).